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Why do My Gums Bleed?

Though it may be common to experience bleeding gums in your lifetime, it’s not normal or healthy. If you’re noticing blood in the sink after brushing or flossing, there is cause for concern. Read our blog post for some of the reason for bleeding gums and what you can do about it.

How Your Spit Affects Your Oral Health

Your spit probably doesn’t seem like it’s that big of a deal, but it actually is. While nobody gives much thought to their saliva, our bodies would not be able to function well without it. Read our blog post to learn about the important role of saliva in maintaining your oral health.

April Is Oral Cancer Awareness Month

At Smiles Dental, we are concerned about your complete oral health. And while keeping your smile in tip-top shape is what we do, there is more to good oral health than teeth. One major concern is oral cancer. And since April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, we wanted to share some information about the disease. … Continued

The Tips You Need to Fight Bad Breath

There are many things that can cause bad breath, like oral bacteria, food stuck in the smile, and much more. Bad breath is a common occurrence for many, but it can be extremely embarrassing and inconvenient. So, if you’re interested in fighting bad breath throughout the day, our Smiles Dental team has some tips for … Continued

Show Your Smile Some Love

February is a month of love; it’s pretty much everywhere. From the reds and pinks and candy at the grocery store, to the TV commercials and calls to pamper a sweetheart‚ Valentine’s Day seems to be at the forefront of everyone’s thoughts this month. While it’s easy to get distracted by the quest to find … Continued

A Resolution of Good Health

What’s your New Year’s Resolution for 2016? Are you hoping to lose weight? Eliminate a bad habit or have a good health? For most of us, the answer is at least one or all of the above. Every New Year we set goals for ourselves that are typically S.M.A.R.T. (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and timely) … Continued

I’m Addicted to Picking My Teeth

Note from Smiles Dental: This article was written by guest blogger and Smiles Dental mom, Monique Tindall. She hopes that by sharing her personal dental stories, other parents will understand the importance of dental health for their kids. Her articles take a look at the humorous side of teeth-brushing and dentist visits. Thanks for reading! … Continued

Covering Your Sweet Treats

It seems like every holiday is filled with sweet treats, Halloween candy, Christmas cookies, Valentine’s Day sweethearts, and Easter Eggs, you get the idea. While it’s nice to indulge in a chocolate bar or some gummy worms every now and then, the continued consumption of sugary sweets can adversely affect your body and oral health. … Continued

Are You Doing the Daily 4?

October celebrates National Dental Hygiene Month, with this month’s theme being‚ the Daily 4! From the time they get their first baby tooth, use these dental milestones to ensure your child grows up with a smile that’s healthy and strong. What is National Dental Hygiene Month? It is a month-long educational program supported by the … Continued

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